1. Seniors 2019

2. TC Roberson High School Counseling Department
Now until 11/5: After 11/5:
Ms. Eldridge (A-K) A-G
Ms. Wagaman (On Leave) H-O
Ms. Parham (L-Z) P-Z
Ms. McCarthy-James (all grades)
Ms. Anderson (9th grade)
Ms. Greene (Social Worker)
Ms. Mendez (Transcripts)
Ms. Conner (Graduation Initiative)

3. Core Requirements: 16 Credits
English (4)
I, II, III, IV
Math (4)
I / II / III
4th Math Course
Health and PE
Concentration/Cluster
CPR Requirement
Science (3)
Earth/Environmental
Biology
A physical science (Physical Science/ Chemistry/ Physics)
Social Studies (4)
World History
American History I
American History II
Civics & Economics

4. Academic Success 1. Write homework in agenda or phone app daily
2. Bring needed materials daily to every class
3. Turn off electronics and put them in the
classroom phone holder
4. Make up work quickly after absence (even
collect it before hand)
5. Organization is key
6. Ask questions to clarify assignments before
leaving class.
7. Turn in all work on time (penalties for late work)
8. Break projects down into manageable chunks
9. Ask for help
10. *Assume an active role in your education!

5. Focus on College Planning
Six Steps to complete college application process
Start Planning now
Explore all options

6. Know Your Reasons for Attending College
Step One
Know Your Reasons for Attending College
Recognize strengths and weaknesses
Analyze interests and values
Achieve a personal goal
Increase earning power
Prepare for a career and expand learning
Participate in extracurricular activities and social life
Consider influence of family and friends *

7. Step Two Consider College Characteristics
Majors and Educational Programs
Type of School and Degrees Offered
Admission Policy
Location and Size
Costs and Financial Aid
Campus Activities
Support Services

8. Step Three List, Compare, and Visit Colleges
Compile information from several sources:
Internet/Websites
College catalogs,
videos, view books
College Representatives
College Fairs /Visits
Counselors and Teachers
Parents, Students and Alumni

9. College Fair & Financial Aid Meetings
Western NC College Fair
UNC Asheville Sherrill Center & Kimmel Arena
September 13th 6:00 - 8pm
Over 100 Colleges will be represented. For a list: college-fair
Register for a barcode to share your information quickly with different colleges:

10. Preparing for College Visits
Before the visit
Research the school
address
Dress
Online personality
Prepare Questions
Address / Information Labels
TCR visitation policy- 2 College Days for 11th and 12th Grade (make sure to get the form from Counseling before you go!)
Colleges Visiting TCR

11. Step Four Apply for Admission
Narrow Choices
Review College Admission Requirements
Know Application Fees and Deadlines
Submit Application Materials
Application for Admission
High School Transcript
Recommendations
Admission Test Scores (Sent directly from
College Board or ACT)
Know Scholarship Requirements
OBSERVE ALL DEADLINES

12. The Application Process
Online Applications
CFNC.org applications for any NC School
Common Application (commonapp.org)
School Specific Applications
College Application Week (10/15-10/19)
Residency Determination Service (RDS)

13. NC Residency Determination Service (RDS)
Need to complete if applying to colleges in NC (2 or 4 year)
Determines if eligible to receive in-state tuition and state financial aid
Use your CFNC account login or create a new account with CFNC.org

14. SAT and ACT When do you start? What is the ACT vs. SAT?
How do colleges report the scores?
How do you send scores?
What is the subject test?
Register online SAT=
Register for ACT=

15. Test Dates Fall 2018 SAT-Test Date Regular Registration Deadline
* October 6, September 7, 2018
* November 3, October 5, 2018
* December 1, November 2, 2018
ACT- TEST Date Regular Registration Deadline
*October 27, September 28, 2018
*December 8, November 2, 2018
* Indicates given at TCR School Code
Talk to your counselor to see if you qualify for a fee waiver.
Web sites- SAT=
ACT=

16. Transcripts
**Sending transcripts depends on the way a student applies for admission.
Electronic Transcripts:
Common App is done electronically
Many other schools can be done electronically.
CFNC Applications can be done electronically.
Printed Transcripts:
Out of State Schools
Sign up in the counseling office and pay $3.00.
Student picks up from counseling and mails to school
Check for School Report/Counselor Report to give to counselor.

17. The Recommendation
Complete Request for Letter of Recommendation. Make copies for teachers, outside references and counselor.
Share where you are applying.
Give the teacher or counselor plenty of time.
Check for School Report Forms. *

18. The Personal Resume
Your list of academic, athletic, work and community activities
Make several copies
Begin immediately
Utilize Online
Resources *

19. The Personal Statement
Offers information not found on the application
Explain what you can offer the school
Write it yourself
Have it proofread
Tips on CFNC.org
Way to sell yourself *

20. Step Five Paying for College Types of Financial Aid
Merit Awards / Scholarship
Need Based Awards / Grants
Subsidized or Unsubsidized Loans
Parent Loans for students
Work Study

21. FAFSA4caster
Financial aid estimator that you can use before officially applying for financial aid.
Provides you with an estimate of your EFC
Determines what types of federal grants, loans and work-study you may qualify for and an estimated award amount for each.
- scroll to bottom of page for Fafsa4caster

22. The FAFSA
Do Now: Seniors should apply for your FSA ID at
Starting In October: File the FAFSA as soon as possible after October 1, 2018 at
FAFSA Day- October 27, Sign up at Use 2017 Tax Returns.
Use a FAFSA worksheet to help complete the filing process.

23. Sign up for Mrs. Parham’s email list serve!!!
Scholarships
Register at and
Check college websites you are applying to
Scholly App
(small cost)
Check in the Counseling Office and Check TCR Website.
Sign up for Mrs. Parham’s list serve!!!

24. Scholarship Deadlines
Davidson College Bryan Scholarship - must be nominated by school counselor, coach, or a Davidson College coach by 9/13. See Ms. Parham with questions
NC State Park Scholarship due to Ms. Parham 9/14
UNC Morehead-Cain Scholarship due to Ms. Parham 9/14
ETSU Roan Scholars Leadership Program – Due 9/20 or sooner
UNC Charlotte Levine Scholarship nomination by school counselor due by 9/20
Wendy’s High School Heisman Scholar Athlete Scholarship due online 10/17

25. Step Six Finalize Your Plans
Remain in contact with the colleges to which you have applied.
Consider a second campus visit.
Submit your housing application with a deposit prior to the deadline.
Register for placement testing.
Communicate your final plans to all colleges.

26. Student Athletes NCAA Eligibility Center
Register with the eligibility center
After junior year, have Ms. Wagaman (McCarthy-James until 11/5) send your transcript
When taking the ACT or SAT, request test scores to be sent to the eligibility center (the code is "9999").
Complete amateurism questionnaire and sign the final authorization signature online on or after April 1 if you are expecting to enroll in college in the fall semester.
Have Ms. Wagaman send a final transcript with proof of graduation to the eligibility center in June.
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27. Important Links and Information
Scan the QR code to go to the TCR Counseling page for Scholarship Listserv signup, Remind signup, and other important updates and information
To join the Class of 2019 Remind:
Web address: rmd.at/kcf8f2
-OR- to 81010
-OR- code in Remind App

28. Websites CFNC.org SAT.collegeboard.org ACTstudent.org
usnews.com/education
Cappex.com
Fastweb.com
Bls.gov
Hsf.net
Fafsa.ed.gov
web1.ncaa.org
Scholarships.com
princetonreview.com
TCR COUNSELING!
News and Events
Remind Text Alerts
Newsletter/Listserv

29. If you have any questions, see your counselor.
Now until 11/5: After 11/5:
Ms. Eldridge (A-K) A-G
Ms. Wagaman (On Leave) H-O
Ms. Parham (L-Z) P-Z
Ms. McCarthy-James